Kitty Dunn

A dysfunctional family Thanksgiving

by Kitty Dunn,posted Nov 24 2009 9:39AM

Almost everybody's family is a little bit dysfunctional...and that's never more evident than during the holidays, Thanksgiving included.
Not sure your family fits the bill when it comes to dysfunctionality? I've compiled a list that should help you out.
Top Ten Signs You're Having A Dysfunctional Family Thanksgiving
1. Dad decides to make beer can turkey this year..and slams back a case searching for the perfect can.
2. To get a headstart on Black Friday shopping, you have Thanksgiving dinner in the Walmart parking lot.
3. Hey this is a timesaver--Grandma thaws the turkey in the shower, while she's in it!
4. You're most thankful for the fact the judge threw out all that incriminating evidence.
5. While setting the table, you look for the family heirloom silver, and find a pawn ticket and an I.O.U.
6. You always set a place at the table for the local police officer. You know he'll be stopping by before the night is over.
7. You can't start eating until Uncle Joe says grace..when he calls collect from jail.
8. It's a little embarassing when your pit bull gives birth during the main course, under the dining room table.
9. Mom accuses you of burning the yams. You're not serving yams.
10. Your turkey is stuffed with repressed emotions.

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